Volunteers Needed!
Foothills Fire & Rescue is a combination department comprised of full-time and volunteer firefighters. It is our philosophy that whether you are a volunteer or career firefighter, the tasks are the same, as the department takes its responsibility toward public safety and professional services very seriously.
The department accepts applications year-round for volunteer firefighters who reside in the Foothills Fire Protection District to join our team. Full-time positions are typically filled from within our volunteer firefighter ranks. Our firefighter academy is a joint endeavor with nearby fire districts. The academy is held at Evergreen Station 2. Download a sample Firefighter Academy training schedule.
As a volunteer member of Foothills Fire & Rescue, you will have the honor of serving your community in emergency situations. Additionally, all members have the opportunity to meet and work with other highly trained, motivated, and enthusiastic volunteers, and interact with numerous local, state, and national fire and rescue organizations.
For additional information, contact our Recruitment Team at recruiting@foothillsfire.org.
We are now accepting applications!
Department Overview
Foothills Fire & Rescue began operations on January 1, 1997. The district was formed by the combination of the Lookout Mountain, Idledale and Mount Vernon Fire Departments. The current department operates out of four stations: Lookout Mountain, Rainbow Hills, Grapevine and Idledale. We are responsible for all emergency services except ambulance transport, which is provided by Highland Rescue Team Ambulance District. We serve residential, commercial, wildland and highway exposures to a roughly 25-square-mile area in central-western Jefferson County. Additionally, we provide assistance to neighboring fire departments such as Pleasant View, Genesee, Golden and Evergreen. We maintain a combination of paid and volunteer staff of approximately 40 members.
Benefits Our Volunteers Receive
- Fire and rescue related training opportunities provided at no cost to members
- Pension benefits upon reaching age 62 and after completing 10 years of active service
- Worker's compensation coverage while training and performing firefighting duties
- Medical, disability, life insurance, impairment, and income protection coverage if injury or death occur while training or performing firefighting duties
- Peer Support resources through Elevate Coaching
- Department-paid gym membership to Genesee Mountain Fitness
- Free RTD/Light Rail with current department-issued ID card
- Drive big trucks!!
Criteria for Membership
Application for membership requires:
- Residence within the boundaries of the Foothills Fire Protection District
- At least 18 years of age
- Good health and good physical condition
- No felony convictions
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
- Legal resident status in the United States.
Equipment
Upon acceptance as a volunteer member, you will be provided with necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and communications equipment for responding to calls. All equipment is the property of Foothills Fire & Rescue and must be returned should you no longer be an active member of Foothills Fire & Rescue.
Application Process
Once you submit your application, the Foothills Fire & Rescue recruitment team will review it. If you are deemed a candidate for membership, you will be scheduled for an interview with the recruitment team. If you are extended an interview invitation, a full background investigation and a physical exam will be required. When you sign and submit this application, you are authorizing Foothills Fire & Rescue to obtain a consumer report about your criminal, driving, credit, education, and employment history to properly evaluate your application for volunteer membership.
A response to your application for membership will be made to you verbally prior to the beginning of the next Firefighter Academy.